MAGICAL MADHYA PRADESH

Madhya Pradesh is called the Heart of India because of its location in the centre of the country. It has been home to the cultural heritage of Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism etc. Innumerable monuments, exquisitely carved temples, stupas, forts & palaces are dotted all over the State.
Arrrival at Pipariya / Bhopal & depart to Pachmarhi. Arrival & check in to hotel. Pachmarhi is a hill station in Madhya Pradesh state of central India, also known for the Pachmarhi Cantonment. It is widely known as ” Satpura ki Rani” (Queen of Satpura), situated at a height of 1000 m in a valley of the Satpura Range in Hoshangabad district. Evening free for relaxation.

Full day free for the local sightseeing of Pachmarhi which include Handi Khoh – Pachmarhi’s most impressive ravine has a 300 feet high precipice and dramatically steep sides. Priyadarshini Point – Earlier known as Forsyth Point, it was named after Captain James Forsyth who discovered Pachmarhi from this point. Witnessing the spectacular sunset views from this vantage point, when the three peaks – Chauradeo, Mahadeo and Dhupgarh. Gupt Mahadev – Gupt Mahadev is a 40 feet long cave, in which idols of Lord Ganesha and Shiva lingam have been enshrined. Bada Mahadev – It is a prominent religious shrine, is about 10 kms. from Pachmarhi. This shrine has a connection with the killing of the demon king Bhasmasur by Lord Shiva. Pachmarhi Lake- Pachmarhi lake is located just 400 Meters from Jaistambha .From this lake Dhoopgarh highest peak of Satpuras looks like a fort. Here boating, camel & horse rides ,toy motorbikes are available for amusements.

Full day free for the local sightseeing of Pachmarhi which include Handi Khoh – Pachmarhi’s most impressive ravine has a 300 feet high precipice and dramatically steep sides. Priyadarshini Point – Earlier known as Forsyth Point, it was named after Captain James Forsyth who discovered Pachmarhi from this point. Witnessing the spectacular sunset views from this vantage point, when the three peaks – Chauradeo, Mahadeo and Dhupgarh. Gupt Mahadev – Gupt Mahadev is a 40 feet long cave, in which idols of Lord Ganesha and Shiva lingam have been enshrined. Bada Mahadev – It is a prominent religious shrine, is about 10 kms. from Pachmarhi. This shrine has a connection with the killing of the demon king Bhasmasur by Lord Shiva. Pachmarhi Lake- Pachmarhi lake is located just 400 Meters from Jaistambha .From this lake Dhoopgarh highest peak of Satpuras looks like a fort. Here boating, camel & horse rides ,toy motorbikes are available for amusements.

After Breakfast Full day free for the local sightseeing of Pachmarhi of Jata Shankar – A sacred cave under a mass of loose boulders in which the Jambu Dwip stream has its source. A rocky formation of this place resembles the matted locks of Lord Shiva, hence the name., Bee Fall, Dhoopgarh – The highest point in the Satpura range, with a magnificent view of the surrounding ranges. A very popular spot for viewing sunsets.,

Pandav Caves – Five ancient dwellings excavated in the sandstone rock in a low hill. Pachmarhi derives its name from these caves which, as the legend goes, once provided sanctuary to the five Pandav brothers. These caves are now protected monuments, Reechgarh – A wonderful natural amphitheater in the rock, approached through a cave-like entrance on the South-side., Parasailing Point One can also have the option to enjoy parasailing at Dhoopgarh.

Check out & depart to Jabalpur. Jabalpur is one the biggest city of Madhya Pradesh It is on the bank of holy Narmada River Arrival & check in. You can also visit Bhedaghat – It is situated by the side of river Narmada and is approximately 25 km from Jabalpur city. Its most famous sights are the Duandhar Falls, Marble Rocks and the Chausath Yogini temple.

Check out & depart to Bandhavgarh. Madhya Pradesh is the heart of India, also home of some of finest National Parks. Most of the national parks in Madhya Pradesh are famous for tiger and elephant safari. Arrival & check in. Evening free for relaxation.

Today you can take the Jungle Safari at Bandhavgarh National Park – A wildlife retreat where history and nature meet. Set amidst the Vindhyan ranges, the park has a series of ridges running through it. This park was the former hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Rewa and at present is a famous natural hub for White Tigers.

Morning check out & depart for the Khajuraho. Khajuraho, the temple city of central India, is famous throughout the world for its exquisitely carved temples in stones. Thousands of visitors and tourists from all over the world flock together to envisage this immortal saga of Hindu art and culture engraved in stone by shilpies (stone craftsmen) a millenia ago. Arrival & check in.

Full day free for the local sightseeing: The temples built by the Chandela dynasty is undeniably the main sightseeing attractions. The temples are split into three groups: the western group, the eastern group and the southern group. Of these, the western group is perhaps the most notable.

Check out & depart for the Khajuraho Airport or Satna Rly Stn for the further destination.